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Old Sep 23, 2023 | 01:05 PM
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Steering shaft/Rod Replacement

I am completely overhauling the steering on the 1979 F250 non-tilt 4wd plow truck. Looking for a replacement rod/shaft that the steering wheel bolts onto.
It is about 32 7/8” long. The splines are well worn at the bottom end and since I have new lower/intermediate shaft and Redhead box feel I should replace this as well. if I can find one.


 
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Old Sep 24, 2023 | 09:41 AM
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Since they sale the piece going to the steering box, maybe they have the piece that is in side the steering column? https://www.borgeson.com/Shafts-and-Supports/
 
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Old Sep 24, 2023 | 09:57 AM
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Looked there already, no joy.
 
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Old Sep 24, 2023 | 10:07 AM
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I have a newly rebuilt steering column that is all assembled and ready to go. It is complete with the part (rod) that you need. Powder coated in medium gloss black. Complete with everything but the steering wheel. Text me at 952-843-8439 if you are interested.
 
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Old Sep 24, 2023 | 11:36 AM
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Not to under cut you thopper67, but the OP is looking for just the inner shaft. labdad32 I have two 78/79 none tilt 4wd F250 "spare parts" steering columns in my parts shed. And I will insp both spline ends and threads to be 100%, and then take either one apart and get it you way.

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Have you checked Flaming River? https://www.flamingriver.com/steerin...pport-bearings
Or Ididit? https://www.ididit.com/
 
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Old Sep 24, 2023 | 12:24 PM
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A loose clamp bolt will still retain the clamp on the shaft while the splines just wear away.
 
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Old Sep 24, 2023 | 02:10 PM
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Originally Posted by 77&79F250
Not to under cut you thopper67, but the OP is looking for just the inner shaft. labdad32 I have two 78/79 none tilt 4wd F250 "spare parts" steering columns in my parts shed. And I will insp both spline ends and threads to be 100%, and then take either one apart and get it you way.

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Have you checked Flaming River? https://www.flamingriver.com/steerin...pport-bearings
Or Ididit? https://www.ididit.com/

No worries Rich. Just thought I would offer it up in case it was helpful.
 
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So the one you have for sale is for a 4wd 1979 F250 w/p/s?
 
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Yes. That is correct.
 
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